Murmansk weather in August (Murmansk Oblast, Russia)
Wondering what the weather is like in Murmansk during August? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.
Temperatures
In August, the weather in Murmansk generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of August belongs to the summer season. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 16°C, cooling down at night to around 8°C.
Precipitation
Murmansk in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see rainfall.Average sunshine
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 156 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Murmansk climate page with graphs.
Murmansk, monthly averages in August
Where to go in Russia in August
Find out more about the weather in Russia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Murmansk, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 11°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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